Milan + Lake Como
...drumroll please...
WE ARE GOING TO MILAN AND LAKE COMO!!
Mark your calendars, April 15th-18th 2024 we are going to host you all in the beautiful and timeless city of Milan with a day trip to Como — where you’ll get a chance to capture 6 stunning bridal styled shoots!
We will be collaborating with a premiere Italian florist and some gorgeous models who are real couples! Did we say lodging and all transportation once in Milan is covered by us?
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What is included in
your ticket
six wedding Styled shoots
We will have a total of six wedding and elopement styled shoots! Three looks on Lake Como, and three in Downtown Milan. We will be collaborating with models who have been featured in Vogue, and an Italian luxury florist!
3 night stay + meals
Community is super important to us! That's why all participants have a complimentary 3 night stay included with their ticket. Our Airbnb includes 5 separate apartments that share the same private hallway and entrance, very Friends™!! You will be sharing the apartment with one or two other attendees. Each apartment comes with a kitchen and private bathroom!
We will take care of stocking all the fridges with the best Italian groceries. We will have one lunch at a restaurant for which you will be responsible to pick up your own bill.
transportation to and from the shoots
You will be responsible for your flights to and from Milan, and the train from the airport to Milano Centrale (the central station of Milan) and back, but all other transportation will be covered by us, including your very own metro card! We will share tips for getting the best flight tickets and getting around the Milan airports in our private Facebook group.
Private Facebook Group
We will start our community building as soon as sign-ups are live! The Facebook group is a great resource not only to connect and get to know your new photography besties, but also to coordinate for travels if you wish.
Welcome bags + activities
We cannot wait to welcome you in Italy with a fun activity and little treats for you! We will also have a museum visit and special Italian activities ready for you.
The Schedule
A quick overview to what our days together will look like!
April, 15
Arrival in Milan
Welcome activity.
April, 16
Lake Como
Three photoshoots, restaurant lunch.
April, 17
downtown in Milan
Three photoshoots, museum visit + free time.
April, 18
Goodbyes
Goodbyes and/or accompanied tourist time with Simona.
Check out our Pricing and payment schedules
Full payment
Pay all upfront and save $300 from the full ticket price:
- $3200 at sign-up
$3,200
Retainer + full balance
- $1200 retainer at sign-up + $2300 on February 1st, 2024
$3,500
Four equal payments
- Four payments of $875 (on sign-up + Dec 1st, February 1st, April 1st)
$3,500
FAQ
What are the sleeping arrangements?
We will have five apartments with a shared hallway. Each unit comes with a queen bed, and three out of the five units come with a sofa bed. Queen beds will be shared and sofa beds will be for one person. Sofa beds are available only on a first come first serve basis since they are limited, so book early!
All units will come with their own bathroom, kitchen, and dining area! You'll have accommodations to free wifi and air-conditioning with beautiful city views.
Is my ticket refundable?
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. If you purchased your ticket and can no longer attend, you are more than welcome to sell your ticket! If sold out, we will keep a waiting list as well in case of cancellations!
Am I able to select a retreat ticket without lodging?
Community is super important to us! That's why all participants have a complimentary 3 night stay included with their ticket. To honor and stay true to the community experience of this retreat, we do not offer tickets without lodging.
How does transportation work?
You will be responsible for your flights to and from Milan, and the train from the airport to Milano Centrale (the central station of Milan) and back. All other transportation will be covered by us, including your very own metro card! We will share tips for getting the best flight tickets and getting around the Milan airports in our private Facebook group.
Are meals included?
We will take care of stocking fridges with the best Italian groceries. The first night of the retreat, we will have a fun pasta night at the Airbnb. Another night we plan to order in authentic Italian pizza! We will have one lunch at a restaurant for which you will be responsible to pick up your own bill.
Is this experience Co-ed?
We are open to any and all attendees signing up! Since we have five separate units, we will room women and men separately.